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'Normal life' to continue in Datu Odin despite Comelec control
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has placed Datu Odin Sinsuat in Maguindanao del Norte under its control for the upcoming elections, effective April 4, 2025.
This decision was made following the killing of election officer Atty. Maceda Abo and her husband on March 26 by unidentified gunmen.
Comelec Chairperson George Garcia assured residents that normal life will continue and their daily routines will not be affected.
The Comelec's control is intended to ensure peace and order, with the cooperation of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), to prevent further loss of life.
Garcia clarified that the Comelec will only take over the local government unit if deemed necessary, stating their powers are unlimited under this control to ensure peace.
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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has placed Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte, under its control through Resolution No. 11126, citing political instability and threats to peaceful elections.
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